Buntingford Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Buntingford's June 2024 crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents placed it 24.4% below the UK average of 8.2, a position that highlights the area's relatively low crime profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 17.5% and criminal damage and arson at 12.3%. This distribution suggests a balance between interpersonal conflicts and property-related issues, though the latter's rate of 0.8 per 1,000 was 31% above the UK average for this category. Seasonal context plays a role, as June marks the start of summer, a period when increased public activity might influence crime patterns. However, Buntingford's crime rate remains lower than the national average, a trend that may reflect the area's character as a built-up district with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour (21% below UK) and shoplifting (3% below UK) suggest that local initiatives, such as community policing or targeted interventions, may be contributing to this safer-than-average profile. While the surge in criminal damage and arson—despite being the only category above UK average—raises questions about specific incidents or local factors, the overall picture remains one of relative stability. These figures, when viewed against the backdrop of a small built-up area, underscore Buntingford's position as a community that consistently outperforms national benchmarks in key categories.

June saw notable reductions in shoplifting, which fell by 58.3% to 5 incidents, and other theft, which dropped 66.7% to 2 cases. These decreases align with the broader trend of Buntingford's overall crime rate being 24.4% below the UK average. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson surged by 133.3%, jumping from 3 to 7 incidents, a stark contrast to the decline in property-related crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 43.9% of all crimes, but their rate was 2% below the UK average. The increase in public order offences—doubling to 3 cases—raises questions about local events or gatherings that may have contributed. Residents may find the 58.3% drop in shoplifting particularly reassuring, suggesting that targeted measures or seasonal factors have had a measurable impact on retail crime.

Buntingford's June 2024 crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 3.4% decrease from the previous month's 6.4, reflecting a slight but consistent downward trend. Daily crime statistics show approximately two crimes reported each day in June, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 161 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. With a population of 9,164, Buntingford's crime profile illustrates how a relatively small community can maintain safety through localized policing efforts and community engagement. The reduction in overall crime rate, despite fluctuations in specific categories, suggests that broader preventative measures—such as local partnerships or seasonal awareness campaigns—may be contributing to this trend. These figures, when contextualized against the area's population size, highlight Buntingford's position as a safer-than-average built-up area within East Hertfordshire.